Press Ready Mounter (41278)

Paycom - ATS; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

American Fuji Seal NC in Newton, NC is seeking a Mounter in the 1st shift. The role involves preparing sleeves for installation on flexographic presses, mounting photopolymer plates, and ensuring quality and productivity across the materials processed.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, strong color vision, and 5–15 years in printing. Knowledge of plastics films and inks (solvent and water-based) is preferred. Overtime may be required to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma equivalent.
• Mechanical and process analysis skills.
• Must be able to see and compare colors.
• Must see small graphic details.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to overtime as needed.
• Color management knowledge.
• 5-15 years related printing experience.
• Basic knowledge of plastic films.
• Basic knowledge of solvent- and water-base inks.

Responsibilities

• The Mounter is directed daily by the Press Supervisor and prepares sleeves for installation in flexographic printing presses, ensuring quality and productivity.
• Prepare sleeves, mount photopolymer plates, and proof for accuracy.
• Notify management of equipment malfunctions or repairs needed.
• Maintain production and quality standards as directed by supervision.
• Organize workflow for smooth operation and adjust equipment to meet work orders.
• Record meters run for wear tracking and assist with material handling.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Mechanical & process analysis

Color vision

Color detail recognition

Verbal & written communication

Overtime flexibility

Color management

Printing process experience

Knowledge of plastic films

Ink types (solvent & water-based)

Education

High School Diploma equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: American Fuji Seal NC - Newton, NC 28658

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $22.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Job Category: General Labor

Responsibilities

The Mounter is directed daily by the Press Supervisor. Prepares sleeves for installation in flexographic printing presses and is responsible for quality/productivity associated with materials processed through assigned machinery.

In this position the employee is responsible for the preparation of sleeves for installation in flexographic printing presses. Position entails mounting photopolymer plates onto sleeves and proofing. Notify management whenever equipment is found to be malfunctioning, damaged, or in need of repair. Maintain production and quality standards as set forth by supervision. Organizes workflow for smooth operation. Makes necessary adjustments and monitors equipment so that product complies with work order. Other duties may be assigned.

Lifts and places printing sleeves of specified size on mounter-proofing machine. Measures and sets cameras used as guides for alignment of printing plates. Applies cushion backing to sleeve to prep for plate mounting. Maneuvers plate on sleeve for proper position according to job specifications. Checks plates versus supplied proofs to verify accuracy. Strip used sleeves, clean and file. Record meters run for wear tracking.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma equivalent
• Demonstrated insight into mechanical and process analysis
• Must be able to see and compare colors
• Must be able to see small graphic details
• Must communicate in both verbal and written matters
• Ability to work overtime and any schedule that management deems necessary to maintain production
• Color Management.
• 5-15 years related experience and training in printing process.
• Basic knowledge of plastic films.
• Basic knowledge of solvent base and water base inks.